Economic expert Oleksandr Okhrimenko believes that in 2026, the dollar exchange rate may not exceed 42 hryvnias. It is difficult to predict the euro exchange rate due to its dependence on the political situation in the United States.
The first reading of the draft law on the State Budget of Ukraine for 2026 is scheduled for October 21-23. The main challenge is numerous proposals to increase expenditures that do not have realistic sources of funding.
A fintech expert predicts a moderate devaluation of the hryvnia in 2026, with the dollar exchange rate at 48 hryvnias and the euro at 52 hryvnias. She emphasizes the importance of diversification to minimize risks.
The deadline for the construction of the 2nd launch complex of the National Military Memorial Cemetery is set for June 30, 2026. Currently, 97 unidentified bodies have been buried and 9 fallen defenders of Ukraine have been interred.
Raising a young footballer in Ukraine up to the age of 12 costs parents over UAH 300,000. After the age of 12, annual expenses exceed UAH 80,000, and the total amount by the age of 18 reaches almost half a million hryvnias.
The state agency PlayCity announced that the State Online Monitoring System (SOMS) for gambling will be launched in two phases, with the estimated full launch of the second phase in December 2026. The first phase of SOMS, whose development began in September 2025, will cost almost UAH 26 million and will allow monitoring of players' money transfers and their identifiers.
Political technologist Oleh Posternak believes that imperfect legislation and lack of effective control lead to violations by NABU detectives. He emphasizes the need for changes in legislation and the implementation of effective control to minimize abuses.
Ukrainian citizens abroad can provide DNA samples for the identification of missing relatives at SE "Document" units in seven countries. The procedure includes submitting an application and collecting biological material for molecular genetic examination.
NABU is turning into a tool for pressuring businesses and raiding, and criminal proceedings are selective. Detectives are engaged in everything except investigating corruption among top officials. Lawyer Oleh Shram told what can change the situation.
The US federal government has shut down due to funding disagreements, for the first time since 2019. This could lead to the US being unable to react quickly to foreign policy challenges and will negatively affect the economy.
Parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic will be held on October 3 and 4. Andrej Babiš's ANO party is leading in the polls, ahead of the ruling coalition.
The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine announced that there are no plans to increase electricity tariffs for the population after October 31. Tariffs for heat and hot water will remain unchanged during the 2025-2026 heating season.
Family doctor Viktoriia Dmytruk said that it is best to get vaccinated against the flu in the fall, as soon as the drugs appear in medical facilities. Immunity is formed within a few weeks and reliably protects throughout the entire season, while natural immunity after illness is much narrower.
NABU's criminal proceedings are surprising, as they mostly concern inaccurate declarations by officials or the prosecution of intermediaries and businessmen, rather than serious crimes by top officials. Former Deputy Head of the SBI, Oleksandr Babikov, points to the lack of examples of top officials being held accountable for corrupt acts.
In Ukraine, night and morning frosts can affect the harvest, especially perennial plants and late vegetables. Volodymyr Pechko, head of "Ukrsadvinprom", explained that this could lead to a shortfall in next year's harvest.
The price of gold reached $3,800 per ounce, which was previously forecast for the end of 2025. This increase reflects global distrust and preparation for worse economic scenarios.
Natalia Ptukha, a forecaster at the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, reported ground frosts in some regions of Ukraine and upcoming frosts in the west. She noted that a transition to meteorological autumn is currently being recorded, and there are no forecasts for winter yet.
Psychotherapist Oksana Collins reveals the signs of acute stress reaction, its physical and psychological manifestations. She also provides advice on methods for coping with stress and the importance of professional help.
The waxing moon and direct planetary motion contribute to achieving results, but the middle of the week will bring difficulties in travel and technical failures. The weekend will be a time for rethinking and restoring harmony, and Venus will conjunct Ketu, raising themes of the past.
Four men in Odesa stole dozens of bags of leggings, socks, and children's tights from a warehouse. The perpetrators entered the warehouse through an underground tunnel and cut through a wall, after which they were detained by the police.
